Minutes of LCC Annual General Meeting (14/03/2025)
1.0 Members Present
Pat Wright, Mary Huntley, Roger & Lucinda Cadenne,
Geoff & Jenny Barton-Greenwood, Dave Palser, Peter Jones,
Rosemary Robertson, Hazel Bowen, Gareth Harris,
Anne & John Jessop,
Apologies for absence had been received from Sue Barker,
Howell Lloyd, Lyn Lewis, Chris Yewlett, Ryan Ransome, David
Angela &Powell, Father Sebastian and Kathy Seddon.
2.0 Acceptance of Previous Minutes
The minutes of the previous AGM meeting held on 15th March 2024
were accepted as a true record of the proceedings.
2.1 Update on matters raised at last AGM
a) Members On-Line Booking System was now live (there was a request from Gareth to increase the booking period to 7 Days, Pete agreed to look into this)
b) Club Development Grant had not been submitted by Geoff who had been quite busy with the Complaint about the Club, and the future development plans. It will be put together later this year.
c) Lawn Maintenance Equipment was not agreed as it was considered to require ongoing commitment from members, and might result in the Council not being so keen to undertake the work they presently undertake.
d) ‘Buddy Days’ had been approved and friends of members had been invited along to sessions and Fundays. Dave pointed out that the idea of this was to attract new members (it was noted that visitors as such would be allowed 3 visits to the Club before being expected to join.
e) Organising Specific Sessions had been suggested and undertaken by Hazel throughout the year. She had approached the Community Health centre to seek interest. Work would be on-going.
f) Club Signage – was raised by Pat Wright. She pointed out that whilst this had been previously agreed it had still not happened. After a brief debate Dave agreed to arrange for a sign to be made and placed on both the storeroom and the main gate,
3.0 Reports from Committee Members
3.1 Chairman’s Report
Geoff Barton Greenwood read through his Annual Report elaborating
on the important points, and giving particular thanks to members on the
Committee for their enthusiasm in undertaking their roles over the past
year. He was keen to mention that he was pleased with the way the
club had developed over the last year.
Geoff expressed concern with regards to our croquet equipment. He
mentioned he had recently had to replace the ends of the centre post
which had been broken off. He also mentioned that the hoops are not
being carefully handled which has resulted in the paint coming off. He
condemned the use of the pram’s kept in the storeroom for transporting
the hoops, central post and balls onto the lawn.
Now that the report has been discussed at the AGM it will be circulated
to members.
3.2 Club Captain’s Report
Dave confirmed that the club had done particularly well in their Golf
Croquet matches last year having been the runners up in the year’s
South West Golf Croquet High Handicap competition, having been
narrowly beaten by Swanage in the final.
Dave mentioned that this year he had entered the club in the
South West + 5 handicap GC Tournament in addition to the High
Handicap competition. He reminded members to let him know which
of the matches (which had been posted on the website) that they were
available for.
He pointed out that last year had been quite demanding to field teams,
and had struggled to get a team for two of the matches. He mentioned
it would be helpful to have some help with the matches this year
having entered the club for two competitions. Following a brief
discussion it was agreed that Gareth Harris would be drafted in as
Deputy Captain to help arrange matches.
Dave mentioned that the South West Federation had changed the way
handicaps would be used in matches this year. The principle of using
‘marbles’ was to be replaced with a number of ‘Free-Hoops’
depending on the handicap difference. He passed around a graph
which had been prepared by the SW Federation to be used in
determining the ‘number of free hoops’
3.3 Treasurer’s Report
Dave Palser the Club Treasurer provided a summary of the Club’s
finances and discussed the Balance Sheet, which covered the
period up to 28th Feb. The balance is currently £5724. The accounts
had been audited by Peter Jones this year following the resignation by
Campbell Smart
Dave pointed out that finances of the club were quite healthy after
having already paid the Council most of the Ground rent and slowed
for remainder to be paid.
He did however point out that we need to maintain our membership
numbers going forward.
3.4 Club Secretary’s Report
Pete mentioned that the website was developing well and had been
updated to include this year’s matches, FunDay events and all AGM
Minutes as requested last year. He mentioned that last years
Christmas Dinner at the Cote Restaurant in Cardiff Bay had been well
attended with over 20 members in attendance.
4.0 Appointment of Officers
Geoff Barton Greenwood (Chairman),
Dave Palser (Club Captain / Treasurer),
Peter Jones (Club Secretary)
Sue Barker (Entertainment Officer)
All confirmed that they were happy to undertake the roles going
forward until the next AGM.
It was agreed to introduce 2 new Committee Posts: -
First of the roles for a Marketing Officer to promote the Club and
perhaps helping to increase our membership. Rosemary expressed a
keen interest in the introduction of this new role and was appointed
The second role was for a House and Grounds Officer to oversee
the effective maintenance of the lawn, by working with the Council,
and organising maintenance events bringing on members to help with
‘Gardening sessions. Hazel was appointed
5.0 Any other business
5.1 Additional Training Sessions
Dave mentioned that the external coaching session provided by a
Croquet Association coach had been well attended. However the
session cost £20/per member opposed to the expected £10. He
mentioned that the club had paid the additional cost, but that was
considered unfair for those members who hadn’t benefit from the
sessions.
Members present expressed keen interest in having further sessions
and agreed that the costs incurred would be met by those taking part
in the sessions.
6.0 Date of Next AGM Meeting
To be held on Friday 13th March 2026 starting at 6:00pm
Prepared by Pete Jones (Club Secretary)
16th March 2024
Pat Wright, Mary Huntley, Roger & Lucinda Cadenne,
Geoff & Jenny Barton-Greenwood, Dave Palser, Peter Jones,
Rosemary Robertson, Hazel Bowen, Gareth Harris,
Anne & John Jessop,
Apologies for absence had been received from Sue Barker,
Howell Lloyd, Lyn Lewis, Chris Yewlett, Ryan Ransome, David
Angela &Powell, Father Sebastian and Kathy Seddon.
2.0 Acceptance of Previous Minutes
The minutes of the previous AGM meeting held on 15th March 2024
were accepted as a true record of the proceedings.
2.1 Update on matters raised at last AGM
a) Members On-Line Booking System was now live (there was a request from Gareth to increase the booking period to 7 Days, Pete agreed to look into this)
b) Club Development Grant had not been submitted by Geoff who had been quite busy with the Complaint about the Club, and the future development plans. It will be put together later this year.
c) Lawn Maintenance Equipment was not agreed as it was considered to require ongoing commitment from members, and might result in the Council not being so keen to undertake the work they presently undertake.
d) ‘Buddy Days’ had been approved and friends of members had been invited along to sessions and Fundays. Dave pointed out that the idea of this was to attract new members (it was noted that visitors as such would be allowed 3 visits to the Club before being expected to join.
e) Organising Specific Sessions had been suggested and undertaken by Hazel throughout the year. She had approached the Community Health centre to seek interest. Work would be on-going.
f) Club Signage – was raised by Pat Wright. She pointed out that whilst this had been previously agreed it had still not happened. After a brief debate Dave agreed to arrange for a sign to be made and placed on both the storeroom and the main gate,
3.0 Reports from Committee Members
3.1 Chairman’s Report
Geoff Barton Greenwood read through his Annual Report elaborating
on the important points, and giving particular thanks to members on the
Committee for their enthusiasm in undertaking their roles over the past
year. He was keen to mention that he was pleased with the way the
club had developed over the last year.
Geoff expressed concern with regards to our croquet equipment. He
mentioned he had recently had to replace the ends of the centre post
which had been broken off. He also mentioned that the hoops are not
being carefully handled which has resulted in the paint coming off. He
condemned the use of the pram’s kept in the storeroom for transporting
the hoops, central post and balls onto the lawn.
Now that the report has been discussed at the AGM it will be circulated
to members.
3.2 Club Captain’s Report
Dave confirmed that the club had done particularly well in their Golf
Croquet matches last year having been the runners up in the year’s
South West Golf Croquet High Handicap competition, having been
narrowly beaten by Swanage in the final.
Dave mentioned that this year he had entered the club in the
South West + 5 handicap GC Tournament in addition to the High
Handicap competition. He reminded members to let him know which
of the matches (which had been posted on the website) that they were
available for.
He pointed out that last year had been quite demanding to field teams,
and had struggled to get a team for two of the matches. He mentioned
it would be helpful to have some help with the matches this year
having entered the club for two competitions. Following a brief
discussion it was agreed that Gareth Harris would be drafted in as
Deputy Captain to help arrange matches.
Dave mentioned that the South West Federation had changed the way
handicaps would be used in matches this year. The principle of using
‘marbles’ was to be replaced with a number of ‘Free-Hoops’
depending on the handicap difference. He passed around a graph
which had been prepared by the SW Federation to be used in
determining the ‘number of free hoops’
3.3 Treasurer’s Report
Dave Palser the Club Treasurer provided a summary of the Club’s
finances and discussed the Balance Sheet, which covered the
period up to 28th Feb. The balance is currently £5724. The accounts
had been audited by Peter Jones this year following the resignation by
Campbell Smart
Dave pointed out that finances of the club were quite healthy after
having already paid the Council most of the Ground rent and slowed
for remainder to be paid.
He did however point out that we need to maintain our membership
numbers going forward.
3.4 Club Secretary’s Report
Pete mentioned that the website was developing well and had been
updated to include this year’s matches, FunDay events and all AGM
Minutes as requested last year. He mentioned that last years
Christmas Dinner at the Cote Restaurant in Cardiff Bay had been well
attended with over 20 members in attendance.
4.0 Appointment of Officers
Geoff Barton Greenwood (Chairman),
Dave Palser (Club Captain / Treasurer),
Peter Jones (Club Secretary)
Sue Barker (Entertainment Officer)
All confirmed that they were happy to undertake the roles going
forward until the next AGM.
It was agreed to introduce 2 new Committee Posts: -
First of the roles for a Marketing Officer to promote the Club and
perhaps helping to increase our membership. Rosemary expressed a
keen interest in the introduction of this new role and was appointed
The second role was for a House and Grounds Officer to oversee
the effective maintenance of the lawn, by working with the Council,
and organising maintenance events bringing on members to help with
‘Gardening sessions. Hazel was appointed
5.0 Any other business
5.1 Additional Training Sessions
Dave mentioned that the external coaching session provided by a
Croquet Association coach had been well attended. However the
session cost £20/per member opposed to the expected £10. He
mentioned that the club had paid the additional cost, but that was
considered unfair for those members who hadn’t benefit from the
sessions.
Members present expressed keen interest in having further sessions
and agreed that the costs incurred would be met by those taking part
in the sessions.
6.0 Date of Next AGM Meeting
To be held on Friday 13th March 2026 starting at 6:00pm
Prepared by Pete Jones (Club Secretary)
16th March 2024
